Iran Voices Deep Concern Over Israeli Actions in West Bank
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has warned that Israel’s actions in the occupied West Bank could lead to genocide similar to what occurred in Gaza. Spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei called on the international community to intervene and urged accountability for Israeli leaders. He also criticized former President Trump’s comments on relocating Gazans and reaffirmed Iran’s support for the Syrian people’s choice in governance.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry has expressed grave concerns regarding Israeli actions in the occupied West Bank, calling for the international community to intervene and prevent what it characterizes as an impending genocide akin to that witnessed in Gaza. Esmaeil Baghaei, the spokesman, highlighted that despite a ceasefire in Gaza, violence against Palestinians continues unabated in the West Bank. He urged serious action to halt these violations and prevent the normalization of killings.
Baghaei condemned support from Western countries for Israel during its military operations, emphasizing that leaders of the Israeli regime should face accountability for their actions. He expressed support for a newly formed anti-Israel alliance in the Netherlands, which aims to address alleged genocide in Gaza, highlighting that the group’s objective is to end Israel’s impunity regarding its military actions.
In response to remarks made by former U.S. President Donald Trump regarding the relocation of Gazans, Baghaei asserted that only Palestinians should have the authority to determine their future. He criticized Trump’s comments as damaging to the two-state solution and echoed sentiments from various Arab leaders rejecting forced displacement as an injustice.
Baghaei further dismissed claims from Israel alleging Iranian support for Hezbollah in Lebanon, asserting these were tactics to obstruct the nation’s recovery following Israeli aggression. The spokesman reiterated Iran’s position on supporting any government endorsed by the Syrian people, emphasizing inclusivity in governance.
During the press conference, Baghaei announced the appointment of Ali Mousavi as Iran’s ambassador to the United Kingdom and addressed the Iranian foreign minister’s recent summoning of the Swedish ambassador regarding a cleric’s detention. He criticized Sweden’s actions as inconsistent with human rights principles.
The statements from Iran stem from a broader context of rising tensions and violence in the Middle East, particularly involving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. As Israel continues military operations in the West Bank following violence in Gaza, concerns over potential human rights violations have prompted international calls for intervention. Additionally, Iran’s support for Palestinian rights and criticism of Israeli policy reflect its geopolitical stance in the region, complicating relations with Western nations and regional allies.
Iran is urging the global community to take action against what it perceives as a looming genocide against Palestinians in the West Bank reminiscent of the Gaza conflict. The Iranian Foreign Ministry has spotlighted ongoing violence, condemned Western support for Israel, and emphasized the imperative for accountability. Furthermore, Iran seeks to affirm the sovereignty of Palestinian self-determination while supporting regional governance and reconstructive efforts following conflicts.
Original Source: presstv.ir
